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by republique
Mon Nov 23, 2009 12:59 pm
Forum: General UK Immigration forum
Topic: PASSPORT INFORMATION FALSE! HELP! A REAL SAD SITUATION
Replies: 29
Views: 6003

Just to clarify a few things. Her Father was Finnish, her mother was Lithuanian. She was born in Finland, and lived there from birth until the age of 13. She then lived from the age of 13 until her late 20s in Lithuania, under the false identity created for her. To answer the reply sent by Mr Rusty...
by republique
Wed Nov 18, 2009 2:48 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Whose name to write for minor signature.
Replies: 4
Views: 763

Re: Whose name to write for minor signature.

In the Section 5 - Declarations "The dependant must sign below to show that he/she has read and understood the following declaration. It must be authorised by the dependant and not by a representative or other person acting on his/her behalf. If the dependant is under 18, his/her parent or gua...
by republique
Wed Nov 18, 2009 2:45 pm
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: Beware of Fake recruitment agents
Replies: 66
Views: 86542

Re: Bad Behavior

Was is Pathway resourcing? Had unpleasant experience with in past when they called refrees to push their candidates. No but I tend to not specify agencies on the board. If you pm me I will tell you and anyone else who asks. While that is distasteful, I think screwing with people's money is worse. I...
by republique
Wed Nov 18, 2009 2:13 pm
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: Beware of Fake recruitment agents
Replies: 66
Views: 86542

Re: Bad Behavior

chetanojha wrote:Was is Pathway resourcing? Had unpleasant experience with in past when they called refrees to push their candidates.
No but I tend to not specify agencies on the board. If you pm me I will tell you and anyone else who asks.
While that is distasteful, I think screwing with people's money is worse.
by republique
Wed Nov 18, 2009 1:20 pm
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: Beware of Fake recruitment agents
Replies: 66
Views: 86542

Bad Behavior

Just had a really bad experience with a recruitment agency, they specialize in recruiting IT professionals in the Insurance industry. Recruiter submitted my CV. Client shortlisted me with 2 other candidates and requested interview. Recruiter called me to arrange interview time. I sometimes work outs...
by republique
Wed Nov 18, 2009 12:22 pm
Forum: Europe immigration forum
Topic: Studying in the Netherlands
Replies: 12
Views: 2638

Re: Studying in the Netherlands

Hi, I'm from Japan and I speak only Japanese and compent English. If I want to move to the Netherlands, is it a must for me to learn Dutch? What is the other requirements for moving to the Netherlands? Thanks~! The Dutch are good about making money so many of their programs are in English. If you w...
by republique
Wed Nov 18, 2009 12:20 pm
Forum: General UK Immigration forum
Topic: Driving offence- Fined by court - Effect on Naturalisation
Replies: 52
Views: 27706

Still hope best pray god , and do good work for community join police 2 day in a month free service program and hope a lineint view on u but u must strat on this line to improve yr case Just out of curiosity, do they ignore these sort of offenses based on extras like community work, volunteering, e...
by republique
Sat Nov 14, 2009 9:59 pm
Forum: Europe immigration forum
Topic: Temporary business visit to Netherlands
Replies: 4
Views: 1510

Re: Temporary business visit to Netherlands

I wish to visit Netherlands for a company sponsored business trip. Can anyone guide me as to which visa I need to apply OR any website for the info around the same? Also, will it be easier if I use my UK "Tier 1 General visa" to apply for Schengen visa (incase it is valid for at least 2 w...
by republique
Fri Nov 13, 2009 7:39 pm
Forum: General UK Immigration forum
Topic: ILR JR Refunds
Replies: 51
Views: 11149

Hi Pisces Sorry to bother you again, but what did you put in the Original Payment Reference Number (PRN) field on the form? Thanks for earlier replies .. and very quick too :lol: Hi supercreature, I didn't actually used the refund form as I have already got the confirmation letter with ILR stating ...
by republique
Thu Sep 17, 2009 1:16 pm
Forum: General UK Immigration forum
Topic: ILR JR Refunds
Replies: 51
Views: 11149

What about people who did not need an extension to their existing LTR (under pre April-2006 HSMP), but had to wait an extra 1 year and thus incur the increased fee (effective from April 2007) for settlement application ? Is there any directive from UKBA with regards to refunds in above case ? No, t...
by republique
Tue Sep 15, 2009 11:54 pm
Forum: General UK Immigration forum
Topic: ILR JR Refunds
Replies: 51
Views: 11149

In the end, if you are owed a refund, you can fill out a form to request it. You do not need to rely that upon obtaining ILR it will occur to the HO to refund you. I already had Citizenship by the time the JR was made into effect. I sent in the refund form about 2 months ago and just got a letter co...
by republique
Tue Sep 15, 2009 10:41 pm
Forum: Immigration for family members
Topic: cheated for citizenship :(
Replies: 20
Views: 4108

He works at the same place as my step dad and has been telling people he can stay because he has been working . I think his visa may be a settlement visa and not a spousal visa (if these 2 are different visas ?) . A spouse visa is a settlement visa as that is the intention is to settle. The bottom ...
by republique
Thu Aug 27, 2009 10:04 am
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: Uk Mobile Number
Replies: 23
Views: 6851

Re: Uk Mobile Number

pyke wrote:
republique wrote:
I dont really remember what I said, I do remember I didn't think it was a big deal. However I agree, I felt by now that this distinguishing title would have been removed but alas it has not.
Don't worry, it gives you a bit of an edge!
If you say so :?
by republique
Tue Aug 25, 2009 11:34 pm
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: Uk Mobile Number
Replies: 23
Views: 6851

Re: Uk Mobile Number

Skype number for UK definitely works. For getting a decent job in UK, you have to be in UK :) Has anyone tried this option in skype?? i.e. buying subscription for 15 pounds followed by buying skype credit for 10 pounds and enabling call forwarding to indian mobile number... I have been waiting here...
by republique
Sat Aug 22, 2009 2:25 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Only visa is there in the passport.... No letter
Replies: 12
Views: 1825

Re: Only visa is there in the passport.... No letter

Hi all, I got visa for Tier 1 G Migrant on my passport but I didn't receive any letter from the UKBA. And also I got all the documents provided. Is it their usual way of granting visas?? Regards, GREETS You dont need the letter if you have the visa in the passport it is just good to have for your r...
by republique
Sat Aug 22, 2009 2:23 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Scanned letter with digital sinature..Are they good enough?
Replies: 7
Views: 1363

(1) Most of these documents are not absolutely necessary (2) Scanned copies/ photocopies are not accepted by BHC/UKBA Yes they are not necessary but I was thinking more from their scanned perspective as what will be the impact... That is the whole point of the technology so it can be used as an ori...
by republique
Sat Aug 22, 2009 2:14 pm
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: Uk Mobile Number
Replies: 23
Views: 6851

Re: Uk Mobile Number

Skype number for UK definitely works. For getting a decent job in UK, you have to be in UK :) Has anyone tried this option in skype?? i.e. buying subscription for 15 pounds followed by buying skype credit for 10 pounds and enabling call forwarding to indian mobile number... I have been waiting here...
by republique
Wed Aug 12, 2009 9:18 pm
Forum: General UK Immigration forum
Topic: How to count days.......
Replies: 2
Views: 798

How to count
1, 2, 3, 4, ...
by republique
Wed Aug 12, 2009 9:17 pm
Forum: Immigration for family members
Topic: overstayer problem
Replies: 51
Views: 12269

Lets stick to the FACTS here, people ask for help on here!!!!!! Its not a personal quest to damage somebody!! We have all got personal opinions, although maybe we should be a little bit more tactful when delivering them! I am at the moment in effective a single mother, I am working and have three s...
by republique
Mon Aug 10, 2009 12:26 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: UK or overseas earnings
Replies: 11
Views: 1811

k820 wrote:@republique

your msg showing that i am going on wrong site, I really appriate if you can help me out.

thanks
I dont know what you are talking about
Ever use google?
by republique
Sun Aug 09, 2009 1:15 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: UK or overseas earnings
Replies: 11
Views: 1811

Provide contract Provide invoice Provide bank statement matching invoice or contract amount to bank credits Get company to write letter confirming amount transferred to account for services rendered. Get accountant to write you letter confirming gross and net profit and salary and divident paid out...
by republique
Sat Aug 08, 2009 12:22 pm
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: Uk Mobile Number
Replies: 23
Views: 6851

you can get skype in number for UK (beginning with 020) for approx $15 for 3 months. Then buy sone skype credit and set call forwarding to your indian number. That should cost $0.12, so its not very expensive. Thats what I had done when I was looking for jobs from India and it definately helps as c...
by republique
Sat Aug 08, 2009 12:21 pm
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: Recruitment agents asking for copy of visa?
Replies: 9
Views: 2173

Re: Recruitment agents asking for copy of visa?

I'm new to using recruitment agents. Is it acceptable for them to request for a scanned copy of the Tier 1 visa before proceeding? Thanks. Depends on the stage, if it is just to tick the box, I usually tell them when we get past the preliminary interviews. I am not comfortable providing a copy of m...
by republique
Fri Aug 07, 2009 10:04 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: UK or overseas earnings
Replies: 11
Views: 1811

Re: UK or Overseas earnings

could you please list the evidences (invoices/pay advices, bank statements, accoutant reference/tax documents etc) of earnings you have got from both the companies? For the London's company: a. Invoices that I issued them for the period claimed b. Remittance Advices (I don't have payslips - would t...
by republique
Thu Aug 06, 2009 10:46 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: A question re self-employed/contractor
Replies: 12
Views: 1879

Re: A question re self-employed/contractor

Hi all, I understand that as a contractor, the earnings that will be assessed are the profits I earn before tax. I was wondering by profits does that mean income minus expenses? Many thanks for your advice! depends on the expense you mean profit, true profit meaning sales minus expensese the compan...